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This fix I asked for a midi skirt, a maxi skirt/dress, something to wear to celebrate our 9th anniversary next week, and some boho style. My stylist, Jenni B. also managed to send 4/5 items made in the US! She definitely sent me what I asked for but I’m not sure I love anything enough to keep it. Still debating…

I’ve been wanting to try on a midi skirt as I have seen some really cute ones styled out in blog land. I received the Eight Sixty Ariana Printed Midi Skirt and the Loveappella Amanda Twist Back Knit Top (both made in the US). It’s definitely not something I would have picked for myself, which is the whole point of StitchFix! While I liked the length, I didn’t love the scale of the pattern. And the black tank had a nice detail on the back, but I own quite a few black tanks.

This super light weight tee is the Splendid Shelburne Knit Top (made in the US). It’s super comfy and I can see it being pretty versatile. The pattern is reminiscent of chevron/knitting, which is fun. I love that it’s made in the US but it is one of the pricier items in my fix, which isn’t ideal for a t-shirt (even one made in the US).

Next up, the Loveappella Jesse Maxi Dress (made in the US). Comfy, like the pattern and color, but I didn’t love where the waist line hit on me. It felt a bit reminiscent of a maxi dress I wore while I was pregnant which didn’t give it any bonus points.

And finally, the Skies are Blue Medan Scalloped Crochet Top. Definitely boho, I like the crochet detail. I can’t say I love what it does to my figure in the picture below (one of the reasons I ask Jason to photograph me in the StitchFix clothes!)… Also, made in China…

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This past December, I participated in Dressember, where I pledged to wear a dress each day of the month to raise money for International Justice Mission to stop human trafficking and end sexual slavery in the world. Far more women and girls are shipped into brothels annually now, in the early 21st century, than African slaves were shipped into slave plantations each year in the 18th century. (Half the Sky) And this isn’t something that just happens overseas. I know of 3 brothels within a 5 miles radius of my home. Dressember was my small way to begin to take action.

I set a goal of $500 and raised $900 $1000 – double my goal! A big thank you to the 28 29 people that contributed to my campaign. (Although you can give through the end of January if the desire strikes you.) I find myself pondering each person’s small decision to contribute what they can towards the greater cause of fighting injustice. It makes me think about how the little things really do add up to something that matters. And it reminds me that our lives are thousands of these small, seemingly unimportant decisions strung together. The small decisions make us who we really are and can cause positive change in someone else’s life if you choose to do it. “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” (Arthur Ashe)

Each day I spent time thinking about the injustices of human trafficking. It did bring about my age old struggle with the ‘cosmic lottery’ – why was I born to a life of privilege when so many don’t have access to clean water, food, jobs, education, healthcare? And I don’t know that I will every find peace here because I doubt that there is an answer to this terrible question, but I know that taking action helps quell the tumult that the question brings about. I can choose to use my privilege to help.

I recognize that fashion seems an unlikely way to create action and provoke change, as it has its own fair share of injustices. But it also offers its own special solutions. This is where my love of Noonday Collection enters – they use fashion and style to empower. They pull people out of injustice – with a focus on those that society deems unloveable, incapable, worthless. People’s lives are changing for good because of their model. And below, you can see I donned my dresses, wore my Noonday, took selfies (ugh, that word), and learned many things, two of which are 1) I love wearing dresses and 2) I have a dress thrifting problem! I hadn’t realized the extent of my dress collection until I began this challenge… But I was inspired by the founder of Dressember – Blythe – who wore the same gray, ethically sourced dress from Fair Indigo all month long, styled 31 different ways. Maybe next year?

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Remember that one time, that I kept everything in my Stitch Fix box? Oh, you don’t? Well that happened on Fix #7 and I couldn’t get it together enough to post about it. But it was awesome and here are the pictures to prove it:

Yesterday, I received my 8th Fix, also styled by Jenni B. and I’m pretty happy with it! In fact, I’m struggling with what I should pick to keep!

I really like the edgy style of this RD Style Rhonda Knit Back Faux Leather Jacket. It fits well, I like the color BUT I have a black moto jacket. Not sure I should have TWO moto style jackets…

The Renee C Tucker Mixed Print 3/4 Sleeve Blouse (made in US) is something I would not have picked for myself. Generally speaking, I go for solids, monochrome, or simple patterns like stripes or polka dots. I really like the colors and the print (which reminds of paisley, or this dress).

This navy Olive & Oak Aiden Split Back Sweater is so much fun. I don’t own any oversized chunky sweaters, but I LOVE them. It’s hard to justify them in our temperate Austin climate. But to own just one?

Especially when the back of the sweater is an open cross back?

I like the idea of vests in general, but in my experience, I don’t find myself reaching for them to wear very often. This Gentle Fawn Hansel Woven Vest is really fun, and I could see how it would add some interest to many outfits, but I’m on the fence about keeping it.

Y’all, these are so comfortable. They are part of the same line as the Liverpool Anita Ponte Pant that I received in Fix #7. These Liverpool Tallulah Faux Leather Detail Pant are comfy and edgy and I really like them. Although, shhh, don’t tell, but you can find these cheaper as the Liverpool Madonna Ponte Leggings on Amazon (and I don’t think of these are leggings – not the same material at all!). So sorry Stitch Fix – I’m going to get these but for the cheaper price! Edit: Stitch Fix will price match! So if you receive these, just let them know about the Amazon pants.

What do you think I should keep?

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Y’all may remember how disappointed I was with my last Stitch Fix. Well, Stitch Fix personally reached out to me and proved again that they have excellent customer service. They asked if I would be willing to have a ‘redo’ of my last fix, expediting the timeline, refunding the $20 styling fee from the last failed fix and hand selecting a stylist for me based on my style requests. I am so glad I took them up on it because Jenni B, my new stylist, definitely understands what I want! All the pieces feel right within my style preferences.

The first item I had to put on, the Renne C Alyssia Halter Paisley Dress, was chosen because Jenni thought the colors would work well with my skin tone, and I think she is right on! What she didn’t know is how much I like this cut of neckline/halter. I have always felt like I have fairly broad shoulders and this cut flatters that feature. I really like that this one will be a great transitional dress – easily going from summer to fall. Additional benefit, I don’t think I would have picked this paisley for myself – getting me out of my comfort zone of solids. It does remind me of a favorite green paisley dress that I had in high school that I loved so very much. This was Jason’s favorite piece.

Next, the Loveappella Meelah Tulip Hem Maxi Skirt. This one is Made in America (yay!) and I love the bright blue cobalt and the fun tulip opening. Sadly, it’s that super thin jersey that shows every underwear line and stomach pooch. It’s totally my style, just not my fabric!

Staying in the colbalt color family, Kut from the Kloth Murphy Colorblock Button-Up Blouse is exactly what I mean when I think tailored, architectural and flattering. The color blocking feels super slimming and very appropriate for work to play. The white panel is sheer but it was easily fixed by wearing a nude tank.

And the Pomelo Nolen Printed Detail Henley Tank. This is a good example of why I ask Jason to photograph me in the items. It felt great on, I liked what I saw in the mirror, love the colors, details and patterns, but I’m not sure that I like the way it looks on in the photo! The ruching under the bust and the hemline don’t look as flattering as I felt like they did – maybe overemphasizing that I am trying to conceal and area of my body that I don’t love.

Last, the 41Hawthorn Paris Embroidery & Colorblock Detail Top. Love the colors, the cut and the embroidery, but I feel like the color block at the bottom is not figure flattering. Looking at the photo confirms that it emphasizes the muffin top area a bit more than I would like.

Love these styles – I feel so much better about this experience than my last! The styles and colors were right ones, the fits just a little off in a couple of the pieces. I feel comfortable in asking anyone that is considering to try Stitch Fix to use myreferral link – and you can ask for Jenni B. as your stylist if you feel like she did a good job interpreting my style!

So what do you think of this fix? What do you think I should keep?

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I’m almost done knitting my kage sweater! Well, I’m done knitting, but working on weaving in ends, seaming the pieces together and finishing edges. The linen is so soft and lovely, I can’t wait to wear this sweater once it’s complete. And you want to know what’s exciting about this knit piece? It can go in the washer and dryer … AND it comes out softer each time! Yay linen yarn! You may be unforgiving but you do have your huge merits.

And isn’t this the most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen? A box full of beautiful colors of yarn. Just wait and see what I’m going to do with it all.

Here’s a little hint – I may be opening up my shop again for a good cause. More to come on that later (and these photos make me giggle because I was so excited, I couldn’t wait to take off the whitening strip on my teeth)…

My friends are still having babies! And a good friend is having a little girl, so I crocheted up a familiar little hat and the sweetest dress.

Pretty excited to wrap this one up and see the mama-to-be open it up! 🙂

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Y’all, I am bummed about this Fix. We are going on vacation to a lake house soon, so I asked for a vacation/beachy style fix. I think I will be sending every piece of it back. It’s so far off. Let me tell you why…

First two items: Tart Rochelle Ikat Print Soft Short and Pomelo Jillian Crochet Detail Tank. Problem number one – I have asked, twice now, to not receive any fold-over waist band bottoms and that is what kinda of waistband these shorts have. Additionally, these shorts are $68. Yeah, you read that right. They are just thin jersey fabric, a fold over waist band and pockets. Moving to the tank – is that basic or what? On every fix, I send back at least one item with the feedback that I want show-stopping pieces from Stitch Fix, not basics. I get basics at my thrift store. $48 for a basic tank, no thanks.

A back view – the crochet is nice, but not $48 nice.

Next, the 41 Hawthorn Harriet Ikat Print Fit and Flare dress. If you read my style profile, you would see that I have asked not to receive any pink items. Next.

And finally, the Papermoon Talia Embroidery Detail Split Neck Top and Kut from the Kloth Kate Distressed Boyfriend Jean. Let’s start with the jeans: comfy, cute, and all that, but I have specifically asked that I not receive jeans. I have no problem finding jeans that fit at the thrift store. The tank top is fine, but y’all, it’s see through and fairly shapeless. Boo.

I don’t know what happened here! With the exception of the split neck tank top, each item was something I have previously commented that I did not want. It’s like my stylist didn’t even read through notes on my style profile or my previous fixes. Again, super bummed. I’ve enjoyed my previous experiences with Stitch Fix so much! And seriously, thank you to everyone that has used my referral link. I appreciate it a bunch.

Oh, they will be getting an earful (eyeful?) from me on this check out… Sad, sad day.

What do you think? Is this Fix disappointing compared to my previous ones?

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While on the craft retreat, I made some progress on Jason’s Slade sweater. It was the weirdest, most involved cast-on I have every used (the 2×2 tubular cast on) but I am impressed by the professional results (shown here with the waste yarn still in place)!

I started my mornings with coffee and knitting on the porch. So serene and calming. I really do think knitting should be prescribed for anxiety.

And I’ve made a bit more progress on the stockinette throughout the weeks since the retreat, trying to steal moments to calm my mind and knit here and there (the photo below is about two skein in). I am really enjoying using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Tweed in Prussian Heather – the texture it’s creating is really lovely.

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I posted a while back about the suspenders and bow-tie diaper cover that I crocheted. Well, what’s better than seeing the finished project? Seeing it on the baby it was intended for! Isn’t this adorable??

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Fifth fix (see the First Fix, Second Fix, Third Fix, Forth Fix)! I was pretty excited about this one because I ‘sneaked’ a peek at my box when it shipped (read: I hit ‘checkout’ to see the list of clothes they sent me so that I could google each one and overly anticipate what was being sent to me!). I also was happy to have the same stylist, Noemi (hi Noemi – thank you!). And can I reiterate how much I appreciate the folks that have used my referral link to sign up? I have had several referral credits with each fix – thank you.

This time I was so excited to get a maxi dress! This is the Gilli Astra Sleeveless Maxi Dress (Made in the USA). I love the color, love the cut, love the length but I don’t love the thinness of the jersey fabric. 🙁 The photo below doesn’t let on that you can see my belly button, the lines of my bra (in the back) and various other spots that I would not like to emphasize. Sad day. If the fabric left a little more to the imagination, this maxi would be mine.

Next up, the Pomelo Landers Lattice Crochet Detail Tank (Made in China) and the Liverpool Vinny Ankle Length Colored Skinny Jean (Made in China). The tank is very summer breezy, although a little sheer, even though you can’t see it in the photo. I think it would be super cute with an A-line skirt! The pants were comfy but I don’t feel 100% on them. They felt a little boxy towards the bottoms but I know I have become so accustomed to skinnies that I think my perception is skewed. Thoughts here?

Next, the Dear John Finnegan Roll Cuff Denim Short (made in China). They were too small at the waist. 🙁

And finally, the last item I am torn on, the Liverpool Odell Capri Jean (made in China). Great fit, the cuff folds down, they were a little more high waisted that I am used to and I wish I had taken a photo of the back – I’m worried they give me ‘Mom butt’. I’m just not sure.

Other fixes have felt pretty clear cut on what I should keep, but I don’t know about this one! Weigh in below and let me know what you think I should keep!

And as always, feel free to use my referral link if you want to give Stitch Fix a go for yourself!

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